Staff Accountant: CPA Prep & Growth Path

Kemper CPA Group; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) plan

Job summary

Kemper CPA Group LLP is seeking a Staff Accountant for its Mt. Vernon, Illinois office. The role involves completing basic accounting duties, preparing simple tax returns, and collaborating on audits. Overtime may be required during peak seasons.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA exam eligibility, and strong Excel/Word skills, with attention to detail and reliable attendance. The position emphasizes professional communication and ownership of work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; 150 credit hours preferred and CPA Exam eligibility.
• Strong technology skills to complete assignments.
• Effective communication with clients and staff.
• Demonstrated ownership and initiative.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic general accounting tasks: bank reconciliations and accruals.
• Prepare simple tax returns within deadlines.
• Work independently and in teams on tax and/or audit engagements.
• Follow audit workpapers and assist in explaining discrepancies.
• Process routine journal entries and prepare simple financial statements.
• Take on additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Ownership of work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA Exam eligibility (150 hours preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Kemper CPA Group LLP is seeking a Staff Accountant for its Mt. Vernon, Illinois office. The role involves completing basic accounting duties, preparing simple tax returns, and collaborating on audits. Overtime may be required during peak seasons.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA exam eligibility, and strong Excel/Word skills, with attention to detail and reliable attendance. The position emphasizes professional communication and ownership of work.